In high school, I was recognized for my academic excellence by being inducted into the National Honor Society, Science National Honor Society, and Italian National Honor Society. I also joined many clubs and organizations and took on the role of Vice President in the Italian Club. My leadership role as captain on the Saint Patrick High School Varsity Dance Team has also guided me to success. My previous education at St. Eugene built the foundation for my academic and leadership career and it continues to grow each and every day

St. Eugene has given me a plethora of knowledge that I have used to grow as a student. Whether it was learning how to write a research paper or mastering Mandarin Chinese, I will never forget what St. Eugene has taught me. But, an even greater value that was implemented by the school was the value of faith. Since Pre-school St. Eugene has guided me in my faith and has helped me to grow as a member in the church. Going to a Catholic high school strengthened my faith even more and led me to become a Eucharistic minister. I chose to do this because I felt that I needed to be more involved in the church. I continue to practice my role in the church to this day and applaud St. Eugene, the teachers, and my parents for giving me a Catholic education that instilled not only academics, but also the foundation to my religious beliefs.